Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and ex-presidential aide Reno Omokri have praised the Super Eagles for their performance despite their Africa Cup of Nations semi-final exit.
Nigeria lost 4–2 on penalties to host nation Morocco on Wednesday after a goalless 120 minutes of play, ending their run to the final.
In a post on his X handle on Thursday, Obi commended the team’s resilience. “Dearest gallant Super Eagles, it was a battle well fought, and heads were not bowed. Thank you for a beautiful 120 minutes of incredible play. You showed your strength and prowess against all odds,” he wrote.
Obi urged the players to stay focused ahead of the third-place match, adding, “The journey is not over. You have made the nation proud. Keep your heads high, the Eagle never stops soaring. There is another stage, let’s go get that medal. You have done well.”
On his Facebook page, Reno Omokri also applauded the team’s effort against a formidable host. “It was not for want of trying that the Super Eagles lost to Morocco. I am super proud of their effort today, as all Nigerians should be. Great teamwork,” he stated.
Omokri highlighted the challenging circumstances, noting, “It is worth stating that they played against a home squad that has never lost a home game in sixteen years. Yet, with all that pressure, they still gave it their best measure. Well done, Super Eagles!”
Nigeria will now face Egypt in the third-place playoff on Saturday at 5 p.m., while Morocco will meet Senegal in the final on Sunday.
